StrandNotes vs HairTracker — 2026

StrandNotes vs HairTracker

HairTracker has formula and patch test fields and is available on both iPhone and Android — but at $9.99/mo after 30 clients. StrandNotes is free, adds hands-free Siri capture, photo capture of written formulas, and a client-safe aftercare card. Here’s the full comparison.

We made StrandNotes, so we’re biased. We’ve tried to be accurate about where HairTracker does things better.

Quick Verdict

HairTracker is the closest competitor to StrandNotes — it has dedicated formula fields and patch test tracking, which puts it ahead of apps that use free-text notes only. Both are built specifically for hair stylists.

StrandNotes wins on capture speed and client sharing. It’s the only app where you can say “Hey Siri, log a formula” mid-service, snap a handwritten formula card with your camera, or send a client an aftercare link that shows care instructions but never exposes your formula. HairTracker has none of those features.

On price, StrandNotes wins clearly — it’s free with no client cap, while HairTracker is $9.99/mo once you exceed 30 clients. If you’re looking for a HairTracker alternative that costs less and captures formulas faster, StrandNotes is worth a look.

Feature	Our appStrandNotesFree	HairTracker$9.99/mo (free up to 30 clients)
Pricing
Free tierNo credit card required	✓	Up to 30 clients
PriceTo unlock the full version	FreePremium coming later	$9.99/moafter 30 clients
Formula & Client Records
Structured formula logDedicated chemistry fields, not just a text box	✓ Dedicated formula fields	Formula + patch test fields
Built for hair color specificallyvs. a general client-notes app	✓	✓
Per-client photosBefore/after and inspiration photos	✓	✓
Public photo galleryBrowsing other stylists' work in-app	✓ Private by design	—
Capture & Efficiency
Hands-free voice capture"Hey Siri, log a formula" — dictate while your hands stay in the hair	✓ Siri App Intent	—
Photo capture of a formulaSnap a written formula instead of typing it	✓ Photo capture	—
Client Sharing
Client-safe aftercare cardShareable link with care instructions — no formula chemistry exposed	✓ Aftercare Card	—
Platforms
iPhone	✓	✓
Android	Planned	✓

Based on each app’s public App Store listings and website as of July 2026. Feature sets and pricing change — confirm current details before switching tools.

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